Update on NCGA Actions Related to Coronavirus

April 10, 2020

Update on NCGA Actions Related to Coronavirus

A few weeks ago, you heard from us about NCGA actions surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. As we continue to monitor the virus’s impact on farm country, we wanted to provide an update on steps taken by NCGA to help mitigate the impact of this crisis on agriculture.

As we shared previously, a Task Force was formed and has been meeting regularly to prioritize the immediate and longer-term needs of corn growers.

We know there are many outstanding questions on how corn farmers can navigate these new programs and we encourage you to contact your individual lender for additional information. NCGA is also working closely with members of Congress and federal agencies to provide more clarity.

We’re also taking a closer look at existing farm programs and risk management tools available for farmers that, while not intended to make a producer whole, will help farmers continue to operate in uncertain times.

NCGA has a dedicated web page, ncga.com/covid-19, where you will find a host of resources to help you navigate this situation. We urge you to visit this site regularly for updates.

We hope that you and your family are doing well as we work through this challenging time. Be safe and don’t hesitate to reach out to coronavirusinput@ncga.com to share what’s happening in your community or provide additional input.

NCGA is taking a series of actions to do our part to help contain the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the economic fallout it is creating for corn farmers and our customers. Short term, this means instituting policies to protect the health and safety of our stakeholders and the broader communities we serve. Long term, we’re focused on creating solutions to help corn farmers and our customers recover from the financial impacts of this crisis.

CommonGround is a group of farmers connecting with consumers through conversations about science and research and personal stories about food and misinformation surrounding farming. Supported by the NCGA and state corn organizations.

The Soil Health Partnership (SHP) is a farmer-led initiative that fosters transformation in agriculture through improved soil health. Administered by NCGA the partnership has more than 220 working farms enrolled in 16 states. SHP’s mission is to utilize science and data to partner with farmers who are adopting conservation agricultural practices that improve the economic and environmental sustainability of the farm.